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appeal of peels In-salon chemical peels have long been accepted as an effective skin-resurfacing modality, where the top layers of the skin are removed to reveal the younger, smoother skin below. Depending on the strength of the peel, they can be performed as a standalone treatment, or incorporated into a facial treatment. DermaFix DermaFix Cosmeceutical Skin Care offers superficial to medium-depth peels, combining a variety of peeling agents including AHAs, BHAs, TCA and Vitamin A Propionate. This range of peels work to target various concerns including ageing, acne, hyperpigmentation, scarring and stretch marks. The scientific DermaFix 4 Stage Progressive Peel incorporates Stage 1 DermaPeel with Salicylic Acid, a naturally occurring substance found in the bark of the willow tree, helping to aid in penetration of other peeling agents. This is followed by Stage 2 and 3 application of Trichloroacetic TCA at different percentages, and then rounded off with the application of Vitamin A Propionate in Stage 4. The aim of this peel is to progressively work towards the required skin depth level on Fitzpatrick Skin Types I to VI. DermaPeel has an excellent safety profile and has been used for over 100 years as a therapeutic agent to treat hyperkeratotic epidermal lesions. It may be used on all skin types with substantial efficacy and minimal ‘down time’ and has also shown to enhance the
penetration of Trichloroacetic acid TCA, according to the P.E. Grimes Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles. Other peels offered in the DermaFix Cosmeceutical Skin Care range include the DermaFix Beta Gel Peel, a Salicylic BHA and Lactic AHA combination peel, and the DermaFix DermaBright, a mini-peel incorporating Mandelic AHA. DermaFix Cosmeceutical Skin Care peels work to resurface the skin whilst encouraging cellular renewal. Skin texture and tone
improves, whilst fine lines and wrinkles are softened. Benefits may be noticed across ageing, acne, hyperpigmented and scarred skin concerns. The brand recommends that suitable homecare is introduced, and that a thorough skin care routine is followed prior to peeling, to prepare the skin appropriately. Melanocyte control should also be introduced at least one month prior to peeling, especially for Fitzpatrick Skin Types 1 to 6 and hyperpigmented skin concerns. Use of DermaFix MelanoDerm is recommended both pre-and post peel to minimise the risk of post- >
